Some people assume being shy is just another character trait because it doesn’t affect them much in life. But when shyness causes problems in affective, social and work life, we are already talking about pathological shyness. A problem that must be solved, because we are very sure that shyness can be overcome and that one can stop being shy.
What is pathological shyness
- Pathological shyness goes one step further than shyness considered a personality trait. Pathological shyness affects all areas of life, making romantic relationships difficult, endangering work life and destroying the social life of the shy person who can even lead to social isolation.
- Physical health is also affected by these consequences of pathological shyness, since it is often accompanied by severe anxiety disorders. In fact, the symptoms of pathological shyness are similar to those of an anxiety attack, that is, sweating, flushing, tremors, tachycardia or difficulty breathing. In this situation, you have to decide and find a way to lose that shyness.
How is pathological shyness treated?
- Psychological therapy is necessary to overcome this pathological shyness that is accompanied by other disorders such as anxiety, depression or some phobias. But you must also work yourself on that purpose of stopping being shy and that shyness does not determine your life. Improving self-esteem is the key to feeling more confident in social interactions, but there is more.
- If you want to overcome your shyness, you will have to challenge yourself, make small efforts to face those situations that unleash your shyest side. Try to do it gradually and in the company of trusted people who can get you out of trouble if you need it. But the effort is yours, do not stay at home for not facing your shyness.